3/1 c.1910 Montana Handyman Special Under $39K

Featuring a 2-stall detached garage and a layout with plenty of possibilities, this property could make a great investment, rental, or project home for the right buyer. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Buyer to verify all information.The Seller is selling this property in “As Is” condition. Seller nor its representatives make any representations or warranties regarding the Property.

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Contact Realtor: Jennifer Jones

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The Pros

• Highly Affordable Real Estate: Unlike western Montana’s boomtowns, Glendive remains exceptionally accessible. Median home prices hover around $170,000–$210,000, making homeownership attainable for first-time buyers and retirees.

   

• Makoshika State Park at Your Doorstep: Montana’s largest state park is located directly in Glendive’s backyard. It offers stunning badland formations, camping, disc golf, hiking, and world-class dinosaur fossil digging.

• No State Sales Tax: Montana has no local or state sales tax, which helps stretch everyday budgets for retail, dining, and large purchases.

   

• Tight-Knit, Quiet Community: With a population under 5,000, Glendive features a laid-back, sparse-suburban pace of life where neighbors know one another.

   

• Zero Traffic: Commutes across town rarely take more than 5 to 10 minutes.

The Cons

• Geographic Isolation: Glendive sits in far eastern Montana near the North Dakota border. Major metro hubs and international airports are a significant drive away (Billings is 3 hours west, and Bismarck, ND is 3 hours east).

• Harsh, High-Plains Winters: Winter weather on the eastern plains features biting winds, heavy snowfall, and prolonged sub-zero temperatures with little shelter from mountain ranges.

• Limited Local Job Market: The local economy relies heavily on agriculture, healthcare (Dawson County Program Inc.), local government, and energy/oil services. Specialized corporate or tech careers are scarce unless you work remotely.

• Narrow Retail and Dining Scene: While the town has essential grocery options, small local shops, and casual diners, big-box shopping and diverse international cuisine options are very limited.

• Badlands Landscape vs. Rocky Mountains: If you picture Montana as endless alpine pine forests and massive jagged peaks, Glendive will surprise you—the landscape is dominated by high-desert plains, prairies, and badlands terrain.